Tamil superstar Rajinikanth is known for starring in heavy-budget movies. The actor never fails to deliver mass entertainment films that earn millions at the box office. He was last seen in his massive blockbuster film Jailer, which ruled the box office. Now, all eyes are on the superstar’s upcoming film, Lal Salaam. Here’s a look at the actor’s whopping net worth amid the rumors of his massive salary for Lal Salaam.
Rajinikanth has been in the film industry for decades. The actor has already appeared in 168 movies, and Lal Salaam marks his 169th project. Moreover, at the age of 73, he is among the most active film stars in the industry, with a long lineup of movies in his kitty.
Lal Salaam is a sports drama that stars Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth in the lead roles. Rajinikanth has an extended cameo appearance in the movie and is portraying Moideen Bhai. The sports drama follows the story of two talented aspiring cricketers who are kicked off their team. As a result, they have to find a way to deal with this difficult situation and overcome all hurdles to achieve their dream.
How much did Rajinikanth charge for Lal Salaam?
According to a report by Koimoi.com, Rajinikanth’s net worth has increased by manifolds in the past few years. The actor’s net worth was seemingly impacted the most by the hefty paycheck he received following the massive success of Jailer. He received a whopping $25.28 million for his stint as the lead in the movie. While his remuneration was $13.24 million, the film’s producer gave him a cheque for $12.04 million post-success. Therefore, Rajinikanth’s alleged net worth is approximately $55 million (2023), which includes his assets and salary.
As per FilmiBeat, the actor has charged a whopping $4.8 million for his extended cameo in Lal Salaam. Aishwarya Rajinikanth is directing the film, while Lyca Productions is producing it. The movie marks Aishwarya’s return to the director’s chair.
Lal Salaam will hit the theaters on February 9.
